Allie Anderson is a health writer and editor with many years of experience creating accurate, evidence-based content for consumer and professional audiences. Allie is passionate about making medical information as accessible as possible, empowering people to make informed choices about their health and well-being.
Allie holds a first-class honours degree in Linguistics from University College London, a Russell Group institution that’s ranked in the top 10 universities globally. She trained as a journalist with the UK’s NCTJ (National Council for the Training of Journalists) and after working as a news reporter for local newspapers and B2B titles, began writing about health.
Published in medical journals, peer-reviewed magazines for healthcare professionals and a broad range of consumer titles, Allie has covered all manner of health and medical topics throughout her career, most recently focusing on hearing health and hearing loss.
Allie has conducted in-depth research into the mechanisms underpinning hearing and has developed an understanding of the nuanced impact hearing loss can have on individuals and their loved ones.
Why is my hearing muffled? There are some very common causes of muffled hearing. We explain the most likely reasons and when to seek professional help.
What is otosclerosis and how can you treat it? Otosclerosis is a condition that impacts hearing from a young age. Learn what it is, how it's diagnosed and how it's commonly treated here.
How do Bluetooth hearing aids work? Bluetooth hearing aids can work alongside TVs, phones, and other electronic devices to improve the audio and enable you to hear the device more clearly and dynamically.
Allie Anderson
What is noise-induced hearing loss? Noise-induced hearing loss can occur instantly or gradually over time, and can be temporary or permanent. The symptoms will depend on whether it’s the result of long-term exposure to noise, or a sudden, single burst of very loud noise.
Why is my hearing muffled? There are some very common causes of muffled hearing. We explain the most likely reasons and when to seek professional help.
Over-the-counter hearing aids are now available in the US: what you need to know Over the counter (OTC) hearing aids are now accessible to more adults in the US. Learn more about the devices, who can use them and when.
Ménière’s disease: causes, symptoms and treatments Ménière’s disease can be debilitating as it impacts our balance, hearing and spatial awareness. We discuss the treatments available.
Hearing aid batteries: should you get disposable or rechargeable? We look at two types of hearing aid batteries: disposable and rechargeable and discuss which is best suited to which hearing device.
What is otosclerosis and how can you treat it? Otosclerosis is a condition that impacts hearing from a young age. Learn what it is, how it's diagnosed and how it's commonly treated here.
Presbycusis: what you need to know about age-related hearing loss What exactly is presbycusis, what are some common causes, and what are the best treatments on the market today? Learn more.
How do Bluetooth hearing aids work? Bluetooth hearing aids can work alongside TVs, phones, and other electronic devices to improve the audio and enable you to hear the device more clearly and dynamically.
What is noise-induced hearing loss? Noise-induced hearing loss can occur instantly or gradually over time, and can be temporary or permanent. The symptoms will depend on whether it’s the result of long-term exposure to noise, or a sudden, single burst of very loud noise.
Hearing loss explained: symptoms, causes and treatment options Hearing loss can happen to anyone. We explore why and how it can happen and, crucially, what to do about it.